Silicon Valley Turkey Trot
San Jose, California, United States
Nov 26, 2026 - Thursday
5k, 10k
Race Report
Inside look at what it's like to run the Silicon Valley Turkey Trot.
2023 Silicon Valley Turkey Trot Recap
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Race Information
Join the annual Applied Materials Silicon Valley Turkey Trot in Downtown San Jose. Featuring a 5K run/walk, a 10K run, a virtual run, and a Kids Fun Run, it's the largest Thanksgiving Day race in the world, with more than 20,000 participants! Centered around the season of giving, the race strives to uplift and improve the quality of life for underserved communities in Silicon Valley. Proceeds benefit local nonprofit organizations providing health, hope, and a home to Silicon Valley's most vulnerable.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 10,000+
Elevation: Fast and Flat
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: Yes
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